Vanessa Lightbody: Human Beings are a Custodial Species

In this episode of Healers of the World, Robyn engages in a profound conversation with Vanessa Lightbody, a non-binary African indigenous murathi (soothsayer), memory keeper and spirit-medium. They explore Vanessa's journey of awakening, her connection to ancestral wisdom, and the significance of the Akashic records. The discussion delves into the dangers of spiritual work in isolation, the importance of Earthlight medicine, and the role of humanity in the healing of Mother Earth. Vanessa emphasizes the need for spiritual responsibility and the reclamation of our connection to the earth as custodial beings.About Our Guest VanessaVanessa Lightbody is a non-binary african indigenous murathi (soothsayer), memory keeper and spirit-medium. Vanessa provides energy medicine and relational healing grounded within indigenous ways of knowing and earth stewardship for all people who are re-membering their soul’s work.  Website: www.awaveoflight.com About Your Host RobynRobyn is a teacher and guide who serves as a spiritual and life mentor and using depth psychology; breath-work and ritual to support her clients in unblocking limiting belief systems; in moving through fear and in gaining clarity. She does 1:1 sessions, holds online classes and in person retreats.You can find her on:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/robyn_on_earthWebsite - www.robynonearth.comTakeawaysThe podcast aims to highlight healers working in alignment with their traditions.Vanessa's journey reflects a deep connection to her ancestry and intuitive gifts.Ancestral callings can manifest as spiritual crises requiring guidance.The Akashic records are rooted in sound knowledge and deep listening.Spiritual work can be dangerous without community and guidance.Earthlight medicine connects us to the heartbeat of Mother Earth.We are all custodial species with a responsibility to care for the planet.Healing requires understanding our role in the larger web of life.The current times call for repair and reconciliation with the earth.We must remember our true nature to fulfill our purpose. Chapters00:00  Introduction and Ancestral Acknowledgment04:17  Intuitive Awakening and Family Dynamics07:08  Ancestral Calling and Spiritual Illness10:56  Spiritual Retreat and Learning13:18  Prayer Work and Spiritual Crisis15:29  Clearing Family Curses17:59  Understanding the Akashic Records21:15  Zamani and the Nature of Time23:07  The Role of Sound and Frequency28:28  Dangers of Spiritual Isolation31:49  The Importance of Community in Spiritual Growth34:12  Spiritual Healing and Remedies35:48  Interconnection of Physical and Spiritual Healing39:21  Earthlight Medicine and Ancestral Instructions43:18  Navigating the Earth and Song Lines48:15  Reconciliation and Repair Work52:29  Cycles of Spiritual Descent and Rebirth58:27  Custodial Responsibility and Purpose59:46  Identity, Death, and Rebirth01:01:33  Conclusion and Reflection